Ask the Expert BSA discourages use of unofficial merit badge worksheets January 13, 2015 175 Unofficial merit badge worksheets hasten the process of earning a merit badge, but are they allowed or encouraged by the Boy Scouts of America?
Eagle Scout Meet Matthew Failor, an Eagle Scout competing in the next Iditarod January 12, 2015 11 Eagle Scout Matthew Failor credits Scouting with preparing him for the hardships of the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race, kicking off March 7.
Cub Scouting Race to your nearest Lowe’s for Dremel Pinewood Derby Days January 12, 2015 16 Want to give your son an edge in your pack’s upcoming Pinewood Derby race? Head to your nearest Lowe’s for Dremel Pinewood Derby Days.
Camping Scouts brave ‘Misery Campout’ in subzero weather for coveted clear bead January 10, 2015 42 Sometimes Troop 707 Scouts get only a few hours notice before heading out for the coldest weekend of the year. It’s called the Misery Campout.
Cub Scouting Does Cub Scouting really improve a boy’s character? January 9, 2015 26 Cub Scouting can improve the character of boys, according to new research from Tufts University doctoral candidate Dan Warren.
Scouting Tips So awkward: How to handle difficult conversations with Scouts and Venturers January 9, 2015 24 Talking to your teenage Scouts and Venturers about awkward topics isn’t easy. Here’s help.
Where Am I? 2014 November-December ‘Where Am I?’ winner, location revealed January 8, 2015 5 Did you cast a vote in the 2014 November-December “Where Am I?” Contest? See if you were selected as the lucky winner, and check out the newest geography contest.
Eagle Scout Maroon 5 guitarist James Valentine is an Eagle Scout January 8, 2015 7 James Valentine, guitarist for the Grammy-winning band Maroon 5, is an Eagle Scout.
What's New Friendly reminder: Don’t miss the Cub Scout webcasts on Saturday, Jan. 17 January 7, 2015 12 On Saturday, Jan. 17, the hourlong Cub Scout webcasts will cover the coming changes, how to prepare and when resources will be available.
Merit Badges Six Eagle-required merit badge pamphlets now available in Spanish January 6, 2015 20 For the first time in BSA history, six Eagle-required merit badge pamphlets are available in Spanish.